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European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: No, but I will not use the precise word.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: As Deputy Kenny and others pointed out, we must bear in mind that the Germans have a constitutional position and if the German Chancellor says she has a constitutional problem in the constitutional court, we must at least respect the German position in the same way that we would expect and have received the Germans' respect for our position. That one respects another member state or its...

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: In brief, as I sought to outline, this country's position is clear and unequivocal. It was set by the Crotty judgment although we have never tested the extent to which that is the case. First, there was virtually no enthusiasm for the proposition that voting rights should be removed; rather there was a significant amount of opposition to it. Second, if that were to be the ultimate decision,...

Seanad: European Council: Statements (9 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: There were four main items on the European Council agenda for 28 and 29 October 2010. The first was the report of the task force chaired by Mr. Van Rompuy, President of the European Council, the second was preparations for the G20 meeting which takes place in Seoul later this month, the third was preparations for the Cancun conference on climate change and the fourth was preparation for a...

Seanad: European Council: Statements (9 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: I thank Members for their contributions. I have taken more notes than what was in the original script and therefore I will go through the various points. Senator Donohoe made a positive contribution. He mentioned his concern about the reference to the private sector and the knock-on impact of that. I do not wish to strike a discordant note but the previous contribution raised the question...

Seanad: European Council: Statements (9 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: The Minister has given good leadership and his personal tragedy has touched us all. He is an excellent Minister and has been anxious to develop relationships with the Oireachtas, as am I. It is a concern that we share. Senator Quinn always makes a sparkling contribution. He discussed the impact of the growth in private debt on the current crisis and, of course, is correct. There has not...

Order of Business. (11 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: Is it right of the Leas-Cheann Comhairle to shout a Minister down when she is in possession? I am very surprised at him.

Order of Business. (11 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: She is making an offer.

Order of Business. (11 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: It is an offer.

Order of Business. (11 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: Wait for the budget.

Order of Business. (11 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: Does Deputy Reilly favour consultants' salaries being cut?

Order of Business (16 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: It is telling us that the lecture in economics 101 is about to begin.

Order of Business (16 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: That is impossible as he will be at the ECOFIN meeting.

Seanad: Prohibition of Depleted Uranium Weapons Bill 2009: Committee Stage (17 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: I am pleased to contribute to the debate on the Prohibition of Depleted Uranium Weapons Bill 2009 because, as Senator Norris noted, I have a particular interest in this issue. I commend Senator Boyle for highlighting the importance of this legislation. This House will be only the second legislature in the world to take this step. I am not a Member of this House but, if I was, I would vote...

National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: The Deputy should look at his own Front Bench.

National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: The Deputy should look at his own Front Bench.

Order of Business (30 Nov 2010)

Dick Roche: He dodges the issues.

EU-IMF Programme for Ireland and National Recovery Plan 2011-14: Statements (Resumed) (1 Dec 2010)

Dick Roche: Would Deputy Rabbitte prefer if I heckled him?

EU-IMF Programme for Ireland and National Recovery Plan 2011-14: Statements (Resumed) (1 Dec 2010)

Dick Roche: I wish to share time with the Deputy Mansergh.

EU-IMF Programme for Ireland and National Recovery Plan 2011-14: Statements (Resumed) (1 Dec 2010)

Dick Roche: The Labour Party leader has made big play that he will renegotiate the document. The financial package that has been agreed with our EU partners and the IMF is a good deal for Ireland. It will ensure Ireland will have access to funds to maintain social welfare, the health service, the education system and other services. It will help to resolve the remaining issues in our banks. The...